Scottish National Dictionary (1700–)
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First published 1941 (SND Vol. II).
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BOWZELLY, adj. and v. Not known to our correspondents.
1. adj. Bushy.Slk. 1832 Hogg Queer Bk. 183:
The bowzelly hair upon his head.
2. v. “To frighten children” (Sc. 1911 S.D.D. Add.).
[Cf. Bowsie, n.2, and Bouzy.]
